Richardsons Welcome New Addition

Ratz Sign Tom Richardson to One Year DealThomas Harold Richardson in File Photo

Mayfield, NB - In a unprecedented move, the Bonny River Ratz signed Tom Richardson to a one year deal, effective 2027. The little guy was just born on Dec. 10 at 1:50 a.m. and is already under contract. The 5 lber. stretches out 19 inches and appears that his agents and parents, Chris and Melissa are looking after his future sooner than later. Chris Richardson met with reporters briefly on Monday and offered, "The Ratz are committed to building for the future and this deal proves that. I met with Stevens and Taylor late last week and they laid some things on the table that were hard to refuse. To say I'm happy about it would be a huge understatement."

Meanwhile at Ratz headquarters, Team Captain Joe Stevens said, "We are prepared to do what is necessary to ensure the longevity of this franchise and to keep the Ratz a viable and competitive squad. This deal speaks volumes to that. Right now it appears Tom will be on a line with Andrew Moffitt and Mark Taylor, but that could change. We don't see any advantage to putting him on a line with his Dad and adding that pressure on him. Who knows, maybe his Dad will be over the hill by the time Tom starts playing?"